The causes of Blepharitis are as follows;
- Bacterial infection or overgrowth of skin bacteria
- Staph infection
- Clogged or blocked qtaaoil glands in the eyelids
- Skin conditions such as rosacea or psoriasis
- Seborrheic dermatitis, i.e., dandruff affecting the scalp and eyebrows
- Hormonal imbalance
- Allergies, particularly to certain cosmetic products, contact lenses, or contact lens solutions
Preventing Blepharitis:
Blepharitis is not curable; however, with proper precautions and care, its symptoms and resultant complications can be kept under check.
- Wash your face at night before going to bed and make sure that your eyelids and eyelashes are clean.
- Make sure to carefully remove your eye makeup at night before going to sleep no matter how tired you are.
- If you are experiencing early symptoms of blepharitis, avoid doing any eye makeup at all.
- Replace all contaminated makeup products to prevent reoccurrence of blepharitis.
- If you are already suffering from blepharitis and experiencing any irritation or itching sensation in the eyes, avoid rubbing your eyes at any cost as it may lead to further contamination.
- Use an effective anti-dandruff shampoo to eliminate your scalp dandruff to prevent it from falling on your eyelashes and causing further breakouts.
- Avoid wearing contact lenses till the symptoms have cleared up, maintain proper hygiene, and keep your lenses clean to avoid future complications.
- Demodex or eyelash mites
